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Albany
Albany City Council Introduces Housing Construction Excise Tax for Affordable Housing
development
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Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Springs Commissioner Addresses Misinformation in Times Union Article
budget
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Schenectady
Schenectady, NY: A Hub of Innovation and Community Spirit
development
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NY State
New York State Senator Launches Tour to Promote Data Center Development Act
state-legislature
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Schenectady
Judge Upholds New York's Ban on ICE Agreements While Blocking Mask Ban
state-legislature
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Kingston
Budget Car Rental Offers Discounts and Deals
transportation
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Should Saratoga Springs add a year-round public market downtown?
Yes — it would boost the local economy year-round
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Should Albany extend free CDTA bus passes to all city residents?
Yes — public transit should be free for residents
No — the city can't afford the $3.2M cost
Only for low-income residents
🔔Troy
What should Troy prioritize with the $8M riverfront development funds?
Extend the bikeway trail as proposed
Build a waterfront park with boat launch access
Improve existing infrastructure and roads first
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